January 29, 2026

Ethiopian Airlines Cancels Flights to Tigray Amid Rising Conflict Fears

Flights from Addis Ababa to northern Ethiopia's Tigray region have been cancelled due to renewed conflict fears. Clashes have been reported in disputed areas as tensions rise ahead of elections.

January 29, 2026

Three Men Arrested for Sexual Assault at Chennai College Canteen

Chennai police arrested three men for sexually assaulting a woman at the Government Arts and Science College canteen. The accused include the canteen operator, cook, and an auto driver. The woman filed a complaint; all suspects are in judicial custody.

January 29, 2026

Gunfire and Blasts Shake Niamey Airport Amid Niger's Deepening Crisis

Gunfire and loud blasts rocked Niamey airport in Niger after midnight. Two planes were hit by gunshots. The attackers and casualties remain unknown as Niger grapples with political turmoil and rising terrorism.

January 29, 2026

Two Naxalites Killed in Bijapur Encounter Amid Chhattisgarh’s Anti-Extremism Drive

Two Naxalites died in a forest shootout with security forces in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh. Weapons were recovered and the operation is ongoing. This raises the yearly death toll to 22 Maoists in the state.

January 29, 2026

Sandalwood Actor Mayur Patel Booked for Drunken Driving After Multi-Car Crash in Bengaluru

Actor Mayur Patel was booked for drunken and negligent driving after causing a multi-vehicle collision on HAL Airport Road, Bengaluru. Patel hit a car at a traffic signal, triggering a crash involving four vehicles. Police seized his car and confirmed he was under the influence of alcohol.